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English Scones

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These traditional English scones offer the perfect balance of tender, flaky texture and subtle sweetness. Made with simple pantry staples like flour, cold butter, and milk, they rise beautifully to create a soft interior with a golden crust. Ideal for afternoon tea, they are best served warm and split open with a generous smear of clotted cream and strawberry jam. This recipe yields six substantial scones, making it perfect for a small gathering or a cozy weekend breakfast. The addition of cream of tartar ensures a reliable lift, while the cold butter creates those coveted flaky layers. Enjoy them fresh from the oven for the ultimate comforting experience.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 700.0
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
These traditional English scones offer the perfect balance of tender, flaky texture and subtle sweetness. Made with simple pantry staples like flour, cold butter, and milk, they rise beautifully to create a soft interior with a golden crust. Ideal for afternoon tea, they are best served warm and split open with a generous smear of clotted cream and strawberry jam. This recipe yields six substantial scones, making it perfect for a small gathering or a cozy weekend breakfast. The addition of cream of tartar ensures a reliable lift, while the cold butter creates those coveted flaky layers. Enjoy them fresh from the oven for the ultimate comforting experience.
Ingredients
  • 2 cup Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 2 tablespoon Sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Butter
  • 3/4 cup Milk
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat your oven to 400&# 194;°F (200ðC) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 2
    In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, sugar, and salt.
  3. 3
    Cut the cold butter into small cubes and add to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized butter pieces remaining.
  4. 4
    Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the milk. Gently stir with a fork until the dough just begins to come together; do not overmix.
  5. 5
    Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat and fold the dough until it holds together, then pat it into a round about 1 inch thick.
  6. 6
    Using a sharp knife, cut the round into 6 triangular wedges. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each for rising.
  7. 7
    Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown on top and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
  8. 8
    Transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly. Serve warm split in half with butter, jam, or clotted cream.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 700.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25.9g40%
Saturated Fat 15.9g80%
Cholesterol 65.4mg22%
Sodium 2650.9mg111%
Total Carbohydrate 101.0g34%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g13%
Sugars 10.1g
Protein 13.8g28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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